You should apply aloe vera to a sunburned area several times a day for the best relief and healing. Most sources recommend applying aloe vera gel about 3 to 6 times daily, especially in the first few days after getting sunburned
. For more severe sunburns, applying aloe every couple of hours (around 2 to 3 times a day or more frequently) is advised until the burn heals
. Key points on application frequency and method:
- Apply aloe vera gel generously to the sunburned skin 3 to 6 times per day, or every few hours for severe burns
- Continue applying daily until the sunburn has fully healed, which typically takes 3 to 7 days for mild burns
- Use pure aloe vera gel, ideally directly from the plant or a 100% aloe product without additives, and keep it chilled for a cooling effect
- Gently apply the gel without rubbing harshly to avoid irritating the skin further
- Aloe vera is safe to apply liberally and frequently, with no known adverse effects from repeated use on sunburned skin
In summary, applying aloe vera gel multiple times a day-around 3 to 6 times-is optimal for soothing pain, reducing redness, moisturizing, and promoting healing of sunburned skin
